All such statements as this are necessarily one-sided.

Because there are always good and virtuous men in the world whose approbation is that of God.
"There is an instinct in man which draws him to danger, as in battle-fields; as there is also in the fly, drawing it to the flame of light.

It is the desire of the spirit within, seeking for release." "August 20, 1844 .-- Scarce do I know what to say of myself.

If I accuse myself by the light given me, it would lead me to leave all around me.

My conscience thus accuses me.